Q&A for How to Suppress an Erection

That is the time when puberty starts to occur, so yes, it is natural.

No, all young males get erections when they are sexually attracted to someone.

Cold water will help, yes, though it's not a guarantee. Use the other tips and tricks in this article simultaneously.

No, they won't laugh. Your doctor has probably had this happen a million times before. You can do your best to suppress it using these techniques, but I wouldn't worry too much about it.

Think about something unpleasant or disturbing.

Well, if you're naked, you're most likely alone. Or you're about to have sex, so...

The best way is to get under water immediately and turn the water either really hot or really cold, it will divert your mind and your erection will go away. Trust me I've been there.

Yes, and it's perfectly normal, at all ages, even right after birth. It's really more of a test of the body's functionalities than true arousal, so don't worry. Apart from through frictional contact of an erogenous zone, an erection is the result of a complex hormonal interaction, hormones that also serve other purposes. If any one of these occurs in the body, an erection may result. Just let it pass, don't make a taboo out of it, but don't draw attention to it, either. They have time to learn this later on.

Morning wood, or as it’s formally known, nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT), is a common occurrence for many boys and men. From time to time, men may wake up with an erect penis. This is most common in younger men, although men of all ages may experience NPT.

Then remove yourself from her. Your erection shouldn't be any contact with her without her consent.

Keep some distance. Focus on something else, wear clothing that conceals it. The other tips in this article also work.

Males most often get erections when they see or think of something that attracts them sexually. It also sometimes just happens for no clear reason, especially during periods of high hormonal activity.

Your erection is likely curved because your penis is curved. There's nothing you can do.

If you can switch to a different pair of shorts, you might want to do so. However, it's really not acceptable for anyone to be questioning you about this regardless. If it happens again, say something like, "It's just the way the shorts fit, and I don't really think that's an appropriate question."

If you're in a sports field then do some warm up drills to get your blood flowing. It should go away quickly.

That works, too.

Just cover your you-know-what and say you need to go to the bathroom. I've done that a million times.

There is no way of knowing this, but it is probably about equal.

Think about something that arouses you.

It just means that you are sexually attracted to her -- that is totally normal. You can ask to excuse yourself or, if she likes it, get closer.

You need to stay calm. Showing you are interested will make it happen. If she says hi, just say excuse me for a minute.

Erectile dysfunction comes in many different forms. Ask a doctor if you are really concerned. Make sure the blood can flow freely in your entire pelvis, i.e., no tight boxers. In general, however, the longer the penis was erect before ejaculation, the longer it may take to subside.

In those cases, normally I try to go immediately into the water or sit down. Bring a cover up like a robe or a bigger pair of shorts you can throw on when you're out of the water.

Think of something negative when you are near her or move away.

There should be somewhere to sit nearby. Retreat there and sit down until it goes away.

Yes.

Follow the instructions listed in the article above.

Try laying down with a blanket or a sleeping bag over you until your erection goes away.

Try your best to think of other things to distract yourself from getting an erection.

Draw attention away from it and try to turn it or move it if possible. You'll need your hands in your pockets without anyone noticing. Wear shirts that cover your groin.